Lead Operator in Sarasota, Florida at GWST - Sarasota

Join EcoSouth as a Lead Operator and play a key role in our commitment to innovation and excellence in the waste industry. You'll lead equipment operations with precision, ensuring everything functions seamlessly and safely, all while upholding our high standards. At EcoSouth, we prioritize a supportive and inclusive work environment where your professional growth is as crucial as our business achievements. With us, you'll find opportunities to develop and thrive, surrounded by a team that values your contributions.

$21 - $26 hourly

Helping oversee day-to-day operations under the guidance of the Site Manager (Roger Crow)

Operating Equipment

• Loaders
• Excavators
• Ability to help move tractor-trailer around the yard for preloads (Will train onsite, but experience with tractor-trailer is a plus)
• Maintain Safety on the site
• Help maintain Site Compliance
• Ability to communicate effectively with Site Manager, Employees & Customers
• Problem Solving
• Self-Motivated
• Direct operational needs with guidance from the Site Manager on daily tasks to be completed
• Good Customer Relations
• Monday through Friday 6:30 to 5:00
• Saturdays as operational needs require

Physical Requirements

• Good distance and near vision to see obstacles, workers, and materials
• Ability to judge depth and distance accurately
• Adequate peripheral vision to monitor surroundings
• Ability to read gauges, controls, and warning lights
• Ability to hear alarms, backup signals, and verbal instructions in a noisy environment
• Ability to lift approximately 25–50 lbs (tools, attachments, materials)
• Ability to work long shifts (often 8–12 hours)
• Ability to tolerate vibration, noise, dust, and outdoor weather conditions

You will work for a company that cares about your safety and well-being, with great benefits and offerings to keep you healthy, safe, and well.

You will work alongside great colleagues from a variety of diverse backgrounds and experiences who are committed to serving our customers!

Benefits:

• Vision
• Dental
• Medical
• Long Term Disability
• Short Term Disability
• 401(k)